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RE: Would Malarkey shingles survive a solar-powered zombie apocalypse?
That’s the truth. Folks get so hung up on the shingle brand - Malarkey, CertainTeed, whatever - but if your flashing’s from the Nixon era or you’ve got plywood that’s gone soft, it won’t matter what’s on top. I’ve seen “...
RE: ANYONE ELSE NOTICE CHANGES IN SHINGLE BUNDLES LATELY?
I get where you’re coming from. The lighter bundles are definitely easier on the back, but yeah, it’s hard not to wonder if we’re just getting less shingle for the same money. I’ve seen the same thing - no obvious granul...
RE: When hail meets metal: a suburban legend
That’s the classic insurance shuffle - if it doesn’t leak, they call it “character.” I’ve seen folks get denied for dents that would drive you nuts every time you pull in the driveway. As for the noise, I hear you (liter...
RE: How I put in a solar attic fan (and what I’d do differently next time)
That’s the truth. I’ve seen way too many “quick installs” come back to haunt folks after a heavy rain or a late snow melt. Dry-fitting always feels like a pain, but it’s way less hassle than tracking down a slow leak mon...
RE: Anyone have experience with shingles that hold up against hail?
That’s not just you - older decking can definitely make roof noise worse, especially if it’s spaced sheathing or thinner plywood. Even with class 4s, you’ll still hear critters and big hail, just less of that “popcorn ma...
RE: Why does every car brand have their own weird shade of red?
Red paint just seems cursed, doesn’t it? I’ve noticed the same thing on my old pickup - looked sharp for a few years, then started going chalky, especially on the side that gets hammered by afternoon sun. I think you’re ...
RE: Quick fixes for sudden roof leaks - what actually works?
Yeah, that’s about the size of it. I’ve patched more leaks with tar and prayers than I care to admit, but flat roofs always find a way to leak somewhere else. I’ve had some luck with peel-and-stick membrane patches for e...
RE: Feeling good about my switch to composite tiles - worth it?
I hear you on the maintenance - scrubbing moss off a roof is one of those chores that sounds kinda quaint until you’re actually up there, slipping around in March drizzle. Composite really does take a lot of that hassle ...